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Legends of the past

Ghost distilleries are historic distilleries that have ceased operation but still have stock available for purchase, often highly coveted for its rarity. Learn more about the iconic character of two of these legendary establishments: Pittyvaich and Convalmore. While their stills may have closed, their spirit continues to prosper.

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Pittyvaich: Speysides shortest-lived distillery

Pittyvaich was founded in 1975 by Arthur Bell and Sons to neighbour their neighbouring Dufftown distillery. It quickly became one of the shortest-lived distilleries to ever exist in the Speyside region, closing its doors in 1993 after 18 years of production.

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Deeply rich and complex 

Like other famous whisky legends, Pittyvaich had a short life, but left a lasting legacy. The whisky is known to be smooth-bodied and easy to drink. Maturing over long periods in American Oak has contributed to its deeply rich and complex profile. Due to the distillery’s ultra-short lifespan, Pittyvaich bottlings are extremely rare.

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Pittyvaich 1992 bottle with box

Pittyvaich

1992- Single Malt Scotch Whisky- Prima and Ultima Fourth Release

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old SR 2020 Bottle and Box

Pittyvaich

30 Year Old Special Release 2020, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Pittyvaich 1992 bottle with box

Pittyvaich

1992- Single Malt Scotch Whisky- Prima and Ultima Fourth Release

Pittyvaich 30 Year Old SR 2020 Bottle and Box

Pittyvaich

30 Year Old Special Release 2020, Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Convalmore: The Scottish Bluebell

Convalmore bridge in sepia tone

Convalmore was founded in 1894 by well known-whisky man and local Peter Dawson. Situated just outside Dufftown, the distillery got its name from the neighbouring Conval hills. The brand’s iconic floral motif was inspired by Scotland’ native flower, the Bluebell which blooms across the Speyside region in Springtime. Convalmore was conveniently linked with railways and soon became in demand by Glasgow merchants, known for its smooth character. James Buchanan bought Convalmore in 1906 but after a fire broke out a few years later, the distillery had to be rebuilt. Buchanan experimented with patent stills for a few years before turning back to traditional pot stills for better ageing. In 1985, Convalmore officially closed its doors and production ceased. While the distillery may not open again, its fiery past continues on through its coveted bottlings, still available for purchase today. 

Sweet, fruity and spiced

In its best expressions, Convalmore whisky is known to be smooth, sweet, fruity and slightly spiced. During the distillery’s years of production, the majority of its output was used by blenders, making official bottlings from Convalmore incredibly rare.

Convalmore 1984 bottle

Convalmore 1984 - Prima & Ultima Second Release 

Discover a special release, personally hand-selected by Master of Malts Maureen Robinson. This whisky was taken from three American Oak hogsheads, a matter of months before Convalmore distillery closed forever. Savour this fine farewell to a fast-disappearing malt. 

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The pinnacle of rarity

Most ghost distilleries have a legendary past, but their futures are less uncertain. As the doors to Pittyvaich and Convalmore remain closed, their whisky grows rarer as time goes on. But characters of these celebrated distilleries endure in the special bottlings still available today. 

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